Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary

A driven individual will Perform nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization, agency and Kinney Homecare. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. He/She will work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team for the best patient/customer outcomes, education, instruction and compliance of patients.

Job Duties

• Provides professional nursing care in the DME setting as defined in the nurse practice act and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides exceptional patient communication, education and support.
• Represents Kinney Homecare through professional appearance and attitude.
• Responsible for s set up and instruction of respiratory equipment such as but not limited to Cpap, Bipap, RADs, Oxygen, Cough Assist, High volume compressors and oximeters.
• Nurse/Clinician will play an active role in compliance to meet insurance guidelines while promoting a healthy sleep lifestyle.
• Provides follow up phone calls within the required 72 Hr timeframe for respiratory equipment.
• The nurse will be a resource to patients when the need arises for troubleshooting equipment.
• Responsible for patient mask fittings/Interface and utilizing the “Mask Warranty Program”.
• Responsible for becoming familiar with on-line/Web based programs for downloads, utilizing VirtuOx and processing orders.
• Responsible for Home set up of equipment if required.
• Responsible for participating in an on-call responsibility if required.
• Requires use of personal vehicle and a valid drivers license.
• Communicates information with staff, referral sources, physician offices, patients and peers on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation and through complete and accurate documentation in Brightree.
• Safeguards accuracy, completeness and timeliness of clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates safe practice and Infection Control in the use of Seeks education/training or assistance with areas of Stays current on Medicare guidelines for billing and dispensing as well as LCDs.
• Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs IE. Bridge/DME training in a timely manner or as assigned.
• Accepts responsibility for professional nursing Follows and stays current with applicable state and federal laws and company Policy and Procedures and renewal of his/her license.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job and patient/customer PHI.
• Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the case.
• Attends scheduled clinical meetings as required.
• Assists in the orientation/training new staff.
• May serve as a back up to other employee’s vacations, illness or other periods of time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Credential/Licensure Required Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state(s) of employment.
• Valid driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance coverage per Kinney Homecare policy.
• Experience Preferred Minimum of one year of experience in a DME (Durable Medical Equipment) field or setting with equivalent

Skills

• Knowledge of safety/infection control practices.
• Ability to work at a desk for up to eight hours per day.
• Prolonged phone use.
• Primarily medium in nature with exerting up to 35 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, bend or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to work at a desk for up to eight hours per day.
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